Electronics Technician Supervisor

Tucson Police Department; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 76,134,000 - 114,215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off (38 days)

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

The City of Tucson's General Services Department seeks an Electronics Technician Supervisor to oversee maintenance of emergency power systems and the public safety communications network, including radios and dispatch consoles. The role ensures safety, efficiency, and alignment with city standards and reports to Facilities Management Superintendent.

Responsibilities include prioritizing workloads, supervising staff, coordinating repairs, and building partnerships across departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Equivalency allowed year-for-year.
• A valid driver’s license with two years of licensed driving.

Responsibilities

• Set workload priorities and coordinate staff for timely, compliant work.
• Monitor progress, review labor reports, reassign workloads.
• Assist with policies, procedures, and training.
• Participate in hiring, evaluate performance, and enforce discipline.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of radios, dispatch consoles, and emergency power systems.
• Diagnose electronic systems in City vehicles and ensure proper up-/down-fitting.

Skills

Staff supervision

Radio systems knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Intraplex hardware

Diagnostic tools

Work order software

Job description

Position Specific Summary

The Electronics Technician Supervisor position at the City of Tucson's General Services Department supervises work related to the City’s emergency power systems and the public safety communications system including the maintenance, repair and management of the City’s public safety handheld and mobile radios and dispatch consoles. This position ensures that tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with City standards. Work is performed under the supervision of the Facilities Management Superintendent. This position exercises supervision over Communication Maintenance personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Determines workload priorities, assigns work, and coordinates staff to ensure timely, high-quality work in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.


• Monitors progress, reviews labor reports, and reassigns workloads as needed.


• Assists with implementing and interpreting department policies and procedures.


• Participates in hiring processes, evaluates performance, recommends disciplinary actions, and ensures staff receive appropriate training and guidance.


• Assists with approving leave requests, timecard verification, and timekeeping accuracy.


• Ensures the completion of preventative maintenance, installation, and repair of portable and mobile radios, Intraplex system components, fire alerting systems, dispatch consoles, and emergency power systems.


• Supervises and assists with diagnosing and troubleshooting electronic systems in City vehicles, including lights, sirens, radios, and internal communication systems, while ensuring proper up-fitting and down-fitting processes.


• Builds strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to address department related issues and support effective communication across multiple departments and agencies.


• Responds to emergencies, ensures labor charges are entered into workorder management systems, attends meetings, and contributes to operational improvement.


• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working conditions

Work schedule may include early mornings nights, weekends, and holidays requires on call shifts. Often works under the following conditions: exposure to physical, ergonomic, or hazardous environment, which includes but not limited to dirt, grime, chemical, loud noise, and unfavorable odors. All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Associate degree


• Experience Two (2) years of relevant experience


• Equivalency Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications

A valid and unrestricted driver’s license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required - Various

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing maintenance operations.


• Experience with radio communication systems and related components and equipment.

Position Details

Job Profile J2251 - Electronics Technician Supervisor

View full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade G107 Hourly Range $26.57 - 39.86 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Non-Exempt Position Type Regular Time Type Full time Department General Services Department Department Link https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Environmental-and-General-Services

Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

Benefits

• Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.


• With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years.


• We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.

You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. The city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, and any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

ADA Accessibility Compliant Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

City Organization

The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager-led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees.

Tucson Community

The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 "Best City in America" by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace/defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330-plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small-town feel with big-city amenities complements its natural beauty. You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona, at Visit Tucson, Arizona.